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Perfectionism can look impressive from the outside. You may be organized, accomplished, conscientious, dependable, and known for producing excellent work. Other people may see high standards, discipline, ambition, and relentless striving. Internally, though, the...
Seeing the words "unspecified mood disorder" in a medical record can raise more questions than answers. What exactly is unspecified? Does it mean depression? Is the diagnosis permanent? Does it mean your mental health professional is unsure what is happening? Usually,...
Adult ADHD can hide behind intelligence, perfectionism, rigid routines, and deadline pressure, making high-achieving professionals believe they couldn't possibly have it. Common signs include difficulty paying attention, inconsistent focus, chronic overwhelm, poor...
Self-regulation skills are the abilities we use to notice, understand, and manage our emotional responses, attention, and own behavior during stressful or emotionally charged moments. Strong self-regulation does not mean feeling less. It means pausing long enough to...
High-functioning depression, sometimes called functional depression, describes a pattern where someone maintains work, relationships, and daily responsibilities while privately experiencing depression symptoms like persistent low mood, exhaustion, and emotional...
Perfectionism is a personality trait and cognitive-behavioral pattern characterized by unrealistic standards, fear of failure, and self-worth tied to flawless performance. It differs from healthy striving because it makes success feel like relief rather than...
ADD is an outdated term replaced by ADHD in 1994. What people commonly call ADD now corresponds with ADHD, predominantly inattentive presentation. ADHD has three distinct presentations—inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and combined—and someone can have ADHD without...
A life coach helps clients identify and pursue specific life goals through structured, action-oriented coaching services. A therapist is a licensed mental health professional—such as a licensed mental health counselor or psychologist—trained to assess, diagnose, and...
Private health clinics are privately operated medical facilities that address physical health concerns, from routine exams to chronic condition management. Private psychology practices focus on emotional, cognitive, relational, and behavioral concerns through...
A free 20-minute phone consultation with Dr. Mandelbaum, to talk about what’s on your mind and whether working together makes sense.